Author: Goldenfleece44

INSTANT REPLAY – “DEATH & TAXES” – Mark 12.13-17 from 2/28/2016 (LENT 3)

SERMON SERIES: Follow Jesus SERMON TEXT: Mark 12.13-17 SERMON TITLE: Death & Taxes SERMON STYLE: Buttrick’s “Three Moves” (visuals here used on screen in worship) DEATH & TAXES We’ve said previously that Mark’s Gospel has multiple “controversy” stories that follow a basic formula: (1) Jesus is questioned (2) Jesus responds (usually with a question or Read More …

The B – I – B – L – E (A Key to Nazarene Unity)

My previous two blog posts articulated one potential way our global denomination might structure itself for future growth. We need a structure that highlights the two New Testament (especially Pauline) values of UNITY and DIVERSITY.  Many seek uniformity (everyone must be the same) – which is counterfeit unity.  Pushing uniformity means squashing diversity and the result Read More …